Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Review: As long as bros put each other before sisters, violence (against women) persists
Groningen cult writer Nanne Tepper (1962-2012) was driven by addictions and obsessions, biographer reveals: ‘I recognize that monomania’
How do I make my facade garden green? Farmer Tom: 'Look closely at when the sun shines'
Farmer Tom provides gardening advice for creating a successful facade garden in a small, shallow space. He recommends that gardeners carefully monitor sunlight patterns, specifically addressing a read...
Whether or not to swim in the Haarlem region: this is the advice
Residents in the Haarlem region are seeking advice on outdoor swimming as temperatures rise. The report addresses concerns about local water quality and potential health risks like skin irritation for...
Pentecost weekend set to be summery: up to 26 degrees in Amsterdam
IJmuiden provides 500 glass fish for KWF Vissenloop charity walk
The municipality of Velsen is offering 500 decorative glass fish for sale during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events in IJmuiden. All proceeds from the initiative will be donated to the KWF Cancer Res...
Hila Noorzai gives birth to a son: 'And then there were three'
Dutch presenter Hila Noorzai announced the birth of her first child, a son named Joah Malek, who was born on May 12. She shared the news on Instagram on Thursday, expressing that her family now consis...
Everyone is watching and knows everything about you: why a 'WhatsApp girls' house' is risky
The Amsterdam police have issued a warning about the risks associated with 'WhatsApp-meidenhuizen,' public groups where young girls often share sensitive personal information. Experts highlight that w...
North Holland traffic: delays on the A7 and A9 during the morning rush hour on Thursday, May 21
Heavy traffic caused significant delays during the morning rush hour in North Holland on Thursday, May 21. Bottlenecks were specifically reported on the A7 near Purmerend and the A9 between the Kooime...
Netflix making documentary about Michael Jackson child abuse case
Netflix will release a new documentary series titled "Michael Jackson: The Verdict" on June 3, focusing on the high-profile child abuse case involving the late singer. The streaming service released t...
More single people bought a house: 'But half of buyers received help'
Over the past two years, an increasing number of single starters in the Netherlands have purchased homes, often benefiting from the sale of affordable former rental properties. Despite couples' mortga...
LIVE play-offs | Ajax must bounce back in battle for European spot, FC Groningen visit Volendam
Ajax is competing in the European ticket play-offs after failing to secure a top-four finish in the regular season. They are set to host FC Groningen in Volendam this week in a match starting at 18:45...
Lamp shop prevents floor lamp from being thrown away
A lamp shop is highlighting the importance of repairing products even when original replacement parts are no longer available. By finding creative solutions, sellers can prevent high-quality items lik...
Final Sea Side Festival in Wijk aan Zee after 25 years: Pim Geurts and Ton van Esveld tell association ‘Our book is closed’
The Sea Side Festival in Wijk aan Zee will hold its final edition on May 23, marking the end of the event after 25 years. Organizers Pim Geurts and Ton van Esveld are concluding the festival, which ev...
Gym teacher Daan (27) gets home through priority scheme for key workers: ‘I immediately thought: this is so wonderful’
The new way to golf is indoors at The William office building on Duivendrechtsekade
SCP: support for overburdened informal caregivers more relevant than ever
The Social and Cultural Planning Office (SCP) reports that the number of seriously burdened informal caregivers in the Netherlands has increased from 400,000 to 600,000 over the last decade. The resea...
Men increasingly stepping in as caregivers: risk of burnout looms
The number of informal caregivers in the Netherlands is increasing, with men notably stepping into these roles more frequently than before. While women still provide the majority of care, the growing ...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam from May 22 to 24
Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the upcoming Pentecost weekend from May 22 to 24. As the city prepares for its warmest days of the year so far, visitors can take advantage of numerous eve...
Electricity substation causes high tension in Floriande: ‘It’s dangerous and ruins our view’
Residents in the Floriande neighborhood of Hoofddorp are protesting a new transformer substation installed by grid operator Liander next to their home. The owners argue that the structure obstructs th...
Attention cabaret fans: 22 cabaret nights at the Haventheater in IJmuiden
The Haventheater in IJmuiden has announced its upcoming season, featuring 22 cabaret evenings alongside musical performances. Visitors can enjoy a variety of shows, including music from popular bands ...
Joey Veerman to marry Chantalle Schulder: 'A million times yes'
PSV midfielder Joey Veerman has announced his engagement to his girlfriend, Chantalle Schilder. The Dutch footballer proposed to his partner during a trip abroad.
All 750 trees from the Op de Ring festival given permanent homes in Amsterdam
Plans for urn crypt under Amsterdam’s Westerkerk: search for ‘founders’ with €10,000 contribution
Car becomes mobile home battery and can lower energy bills
Renault is introducing the electric Renault 4 and 5 models, which feature technology that allows the vehicles to serve as mobile home batteries. This initiative is designed to help manage power grid c...
Netherlands coach Koeman to become a grandfather again: Koeman Jr. expecting first child
Ronald Koeman jr. and his partner Kiki have announced they are expecting their first child together. This will be the fourth grandchild for the current Dutch national football team coach, Ronald Koema...
Neighborhood action against queues in Nine Streets: ‘We’re stuck with the nuisance, business owners are raking it in’
Leiderdorp clinic kept mass donors secret despite professional association’s urgent advice
The Medisch Centrum Kinderwens fertility clinic in Leiderdorp waited eight years to inform families about the use of mass donors, despite receiving professional advice to do so in 2016. Parents and do...
Good news: You can soon park your bike for free for longer in Amsterdam
Starting June 1st, cyclists in Amsterdam will be able to park their bikes in indoor garages for free for a longer duration. This initiative aims to reduce street clutter by encouraging residents and v...
Half a million reports on public space last year, mostly regarding waste
Amsterdam residents filed more than 500,000 reports about public space issues last year, primarily regarding waste and neighborhood cleanliness. While the city center saw the most complaints, satisfac...